Edgecombe County is located in the northeastern part of North Carolina. It is bordered by Nash, Halifax, Wilson, and Martin counties. The county seat is Tarboro.

Edgecombe County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners. The Board is elected by the citizens of Edgecombe County and is responsible for setting policy and making decisions on behalf of the citizens. The Board is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and providing services such as public safety, health, and welfare.

The county is home to the Tar River, which is a major tributary of the Roanoke River. The county is also home to the Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge, which is a protected area for migratory birds and other wildlife. The county is also home to the historic town of Rocky Mount, which is the largest city in the county.

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